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July 3 – LEE CRONIN'S THE MUMMY *Movie Premiere* 

 	The young daughter of a journalist disappears into the desert without a trace—eight years later, the broken family is shocked when she is returned to them, as what should be a joyful reunion turns into a living nightmare. Debuting Friday, July 3, LEE CRONIN’S THE MUMMY stars Jack Reynor, Laia Costa, May Calamawy, Natalie Grace, with Veronica Falcón. 

 

July 7 – Crave Original Series DARK SIDE OF THE RING *Season 7 Premiere* 

 	The highly anticipated new season of the Crave Original series DARK SIDE OF THE RING kicks off with a special event – on Tuesday, July 7 at 9 p.m. ET – featuring an unprecedented two-part documentary special exploring the ambition, controversy, and backstage battles of Total Nonstop Action Wrestling. Season 7 continues with new episodes streaming Tuesdays at 9 p.m. ET, exploring the darkest stories from the golden age of professional wrestling. 

 

July 8 – DRAG RACE FRANCE *Season 4 Premiere*  

 	Ten new queens compete for the title of France’s Next Drag Superstar, following in the footsteps of previous winners Paloma, Keiona, Le Filip, and DRAG RACE ALL STARS winner Mami Watta. Nicky Doll returns as host and judge for Season 4 alongside Daphné Bürki and Loïc Prigent. With brand-new twists, French and international guest stars, and a season more unpredictable than ever, Season 4 promises glam, drama, over-the-top performances, and plenty of surprises. New this year is the biggest twist yet – the Golden Baguette! Before leaving the Werk Room, each eliminated queen will have one final mission: awarding the Golden Baguette to the sister of her choice. The queen who receives this power will be able to save one of the bottom three queens the following week, or save herself if she’s in danger. Season 4 drops on Wednesday, July 8 with new episodes streaming Wednesdays. 

 

July 9 – Crave Original Series CANADA'S DRAG RACE ALL STARS * Premiere*  

 	The new Crave Original series CANADA’S DRAG RACE: ALL STARS, premieres Thursday, July 9 at 9 p.m. ET. The six-episode, one-hour spin-off of Crave’s Canadian Screen Award-winning series, welcomes back nine queens with unfinished business, competing for the first-ever title of “Canada’s Ultimate All-Star,” and a cash prize of $100,000. CANADA’S DRAG RACE royalty make her-story as the franchise’s first all-drag judging panel, with Brooke Lynn Hytes returning as host and judge alongside Season 1 winner Priyanka and Season 1 contestant Jimbo. Available in English and French, new episodes of CANADA’S DRAG RACE: ALL STARS stream Thursdays at 9 p.m. ET on Crave.  

 

***Media Note: Assets for Crave programming are available at the Bell Media press site, The Lede, here   

Programming Premieres and Key Finales for the week of July 2 – July 9. 

*All Programming Subject to Change*    

 

Movies   

July 3 – LEE CRONIN'S THE MUMMY  

July 3 – NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM: BATTLE OF THE SMITHSONIAN 

July 3 – NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM: SECRET OF THE TOMB 

July 3 – PLEASE DON'T DESTROY: THE TREASURE OF FOGGY MOUNTAIN 

July 3 – IT LIVES INSIDE 

July 3 – TRANSFORMERS ONE 

July 3 – WHERE SOULS GO *Canadian Title* 

July 3 – OCEAN'S TWELVE 

July 3 – OCEAN'S THIRTEEN 

July 8 – THE BIG BLUE 

July 9 – THE EVIL DEAD 

 

STARZ  

July 2 – FIELD OF DREAMS 

July 2 – EDGE OF THE KNIFE *Canadian Title* 

July 2 – ANTHROPOCENE: THE HUMAN EPOCH *Canadian Title* 

July 3 – NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM: BATTLE OF THE SMITHSONIAN 

July 3 – NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM: SECRET OF THE TOMB 

July 3 – SNAKES ON A PLANE 

July 3 – SNATCH (2000) 

July 3 – SMURFS: THE LOST VILLAGE 

July 9 – ONE DAY IN THE LIFE OF NOAH PIUGATTUK *Canadian Title* 

July 9 – THE OTHER HALF *Canadian Title* 

 

Additional Highlights 

July 2 – I KISSED A GIRL, Season 2, Episode 1-2 (Season Premiere) 

July 2 – French Crave Original BELLEFLEUR Season 3 Episode 1-2 (Season Premiere) 

July 7 – Crave Original DARK SIDE OF THE RING Season 7, Episode 1-2 (Season Premiere)  

July 8 – DRAG RACE FRANCE Season 4, Episode 1 (Season Premiere) 

July 9 – CANADA'S DRAG RACE ALL STARS Season 1 Episode 1 (Season Premiere) 

July 9 – PROJECT RUNWAY USA Season 22, Episode 1(Season Premiere) *following CTV 

 

Next Day on Crave 

July 8 – THE AMAZING RACE CANADA, Season 12 Episode 1 (Series Premiere) *following CTV 

July 2 – July 9: Crave Weekly Streaming Overview  

July 3 – LEE CRONIN'S THE MUMMY *Movie Premiere*  The young daughter of a journalist disappears into the desert without a trace—eight years later, the...

TORONTO (June 29, 2026) – Canada Soccer’s Men’s National Team continued their history-making run with a monumental win on Sunday afternoon, as they secured their first-ever FIFA WORLD CUP&#x2122; Knockout Stage victory, and Canadians were watching every moment of the action. Attracting an average audience of 5.2 million viewers on TSN, RDS, CTV, Noovo, and Crave, Canada vs. South Africa becomes the country’s most-watched non-Final FIFA WORLD CUP&#x2122; Knockout Round match on record, according to preliminary data from Numeris. 

Overall, 11.8 million unique Canadian viewers tuned in for some part of the match, which saw audiences peak with 8.2 million viewers at 4:53 p.m. ET as Canada midfielder Stephen Eustáquio scored the unforgettable goal to secure the win. On TSN platforms, live streaming audiences were nearly triple that of the first Knockout Stage match in 2022. The Canada vs. South Africa match also ranks as the fourth most-watched FIFA WORLD CUP&#x2122; match on record. 

“The thrilling run of Canada’s Men’s National Team at FIFA WORLD CUP 2026&#x2122; continues to electrify the country and break audience records, and this unprecedented engagement is a testament to the incredible passion of Canadian fans uniting around the beautiful game,” said Shawn Redmond, Vice President, Bell Media Sports. “The team’s phenomenal performance has made this tournament an unforgettable sporting moment across the country, and these results reflect this extraordinary momentum across broadcast, streaming, digital, and social media. As this incredible moment for Canadian soccer continues, we can’t wait to follow this team’s breathtaking FIFA WORLD CUP&#x2122; journey on every platform.” 

 

Bell Media continues to record massive audience figures during its exclusive live coverage of FIFA WORLD CUP 2026&#x2122;, and highlights from June 11-28 include: 

 	A total of 26.1 million unique Canadian viewers have watched FIFA WORLD CUP 2026&#x2122; coverage so far on TSN, RDS, CTV, Noovo, and Crave (more than 65% of Canada’s population) 
 	Canadians consumed more than 193 million hours of FIFA WORLD CUP 2026&#x2122; live Group Stage matches, up +125% compared to the 2022 tournament
 	Major engagement around FIFA WORLD CUP 2026&#x2122; content on TSN social media accounts on June 28, including more than 19 million video views and more than 30 million impressions
 	More than 1.4 million views for Canada-South Africa content on the TSN YouTube channel
 	A total of 38 Group Stage matches at FIFA WORLD CUP 2026&#x2122; attracted an average audience of at least 1 million viewers 

 

TSN and RDS are the exclusive home of FIFA WORLD CUP 2026&#x2122; all the way to the Final on Sunday, July 19, with select matches also available on CTV, Noovo, and streaming on Crave. The Canadian Men’s National Team next competes in the Round of 16 on Saturday, July 4 at Houston Stadium, with pre-game coverage beginning at 10 a.m. ET across TSN, RDS, CTV, Noovo, and Crave. 

 

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Source: Numeris, Preliminary Data, Total Canada, P2+, TSN, CTV Com, CTV2 Total, Noovo Total, RDS, RDS2, audiences inclusive of PPM encored digital live streams. Consumption and Reach includes all FIFA WORLD CUP 2026&#x2122; content, 6/11/26 to 6/28/26 vs. 11/20/22 to 12/03/22 | Live Streaming Audience Claims based on internal viewership data 

Canada’s Historic FIFA WORLD CUP 2026&#x2122; Knockout Round Win Reaches 11.8 Million Viewers

TORONTO (June 29, 2026) – Canada Soccer’s Men’s National Team continued their history-making run with a monumental win on Sunday afternoon, as they se...

HIGHLIGHTS

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July 1 – NIRVANNA THE BAND THE SHOW THE MOVIE *Movie Premiere*

 	Making its Canadian streaming debut, NIRVANNA THE BAND THE SHOW THE MOVIE (adapted from the web series NIRVANA THE BAND THE SHOW), Canadian mockumentary film NIRVANNA THE BAND THE SHOW THE MOVIE is created by Matt Johnson and Jay McCarrol, who co-star as fictionalised versions of themselves. In the film, Matt and Jay, two perpetually unemployed musicians, hatch an elaborate plan to book a gig at Toronto's legendary Rivoli club. When their scheme goes awry, they find themselves transported back to 2008, stranded in the past with no clear way home. The six-time Canadian Screen Award winning film, including Best Motion Picture premieres on Canada Day, Wednesday, July 1.



July 7 – Crave Original Series DARK SIDE OF THE RING *Season 7 Premiere*

 	The highly anticipated new season of the Crave Original series DARK SIDE OF THE RING kicks off with a special event – on Tuesday, July 7 at 9 p.m. ET – featuring an unprecedented two-part documentary special exploring the ambition, controversy, and backstage battles of Total Nonstop Action Wrestling. Season 7 continues with new episodes streaming Tuesdays at 9 p.m. ET, exploring the darkest stories from the golden age of professional wrestling.

 
July 8 – DRAG RACE FRANCE *Season 4 Premiere* 

 	Ten new queens compete for the title of France’s Next Drag Superstar, following in the footsteps of previous winners Paloma, Keiona, Le Filip, and DRAG RACE ALL STARS winner Mami Watta. Nicky Doll returns as host and judge for Season 4 alongside Daphné Bürki and Loïc Prigent. With brand-new twists, French and international guest stars, and a season more unpredictable than ever, Season 4 promises glam, drama, over-the-top performances, and plenty of surprises. New this year is the biggest twist yet – the Golden Baguette! Before leaving the Werk Room, each eliminated queen will have one final mission: awarding the Golden Baguette to the sister of her choice. The queen who receives this power will be able to save one of the bottom three queens the following week, or save herself if she’s in danger. Season 4 drops on Wednesday, July 8 with new episodes streaming Wednesdays.



July 9 – Crave Original Series CANADA'S DRAG RACE ALL STARS * Premiere* 

 	The new Crave Original series CANADA’S DRAG RACE: ALL STARS, premieres Thursday, July 9 at 9 p.m. ET. The six-episode, one-hour spin-off of Crave’s Canadian Screen Award-winning series, welcomes back nine queens with unfinished business, competing for the first-ever title of “Canada’s Ultimate All-Star,” and a cash prize of $100,000. CANADA’S DRAG RACE royalty make her-story as the franchise’s first all-drag judging panel, with Brooke Lynn Hytes returning as host and judge alongside Season 1 winner Priyanka and Season 1 contestant Jimbo. Available in English and French, new episodes of CANADA’S DRAG RACE: ALL STARS stream Thursdays at 9 p.m. ET on Crave.



July 23 – HBO Max Original Series STUART FAILS TO SAVE THE UNIVERSE * Premiere*

 	Comic bookstore owner Stuart Bloom (Kevin Sussman) is tasked with restoring reality after he breaks a device built by Sheldon and Leonard, accidentally bringing about a multiverse Armageddon. Stuart is aided in this quest by his girlfriend Denise (Lauren Lapkus), geologist friend Bert (Brian Posehn), and quantum physicist/all-around pain in the ass Barry Kripke (John Ross Bowie). Along the way, they meet alternate-universe versions of characters we’ve come to know and love from “The Big Bang Theory.” As the title implies, things don’t go well. The 10-episode series follows a weekly release schedule with new episodes dropping Thursdays at 9 p.m. ET.

 
July 31 – Starz Original FIGHTLAND *Series Premiere*

 	On the night that British-born boxer Duke Kilroy (Howard Charles) becomes world heavyweight champion, a vicious assault leaves his brother, Calvin, dead. Duke is devastated and his reaction in the aftermath costs him eight years in a U.S. prison. Upon his release, and after having made a sinister discovery, Duke returns home seeking vengeance against the man he believes set him up -- the criminal kingpin and former promoter, Kingsley Marshall (Nicholas Pinnock). But Kingsley has vanished, leaving his children and wife, Joy (Deborah Ayorinde), who happens to be the love of Duke’s life, to pick up the pieces. A disgraced boxing champion is released from prison and returns to London to take revenge on the crime family that betrayed him. The new original boxing crime series executive produced by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson streams weekly on Fridays.

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New Programming
 

HBO and HBO Max 

July 3 – HOUSE OF THE DRAGON Season 1 &amp; 2 (Standard ASL)

July 23 – STUART FAILS TO SAVE THE UNIVERSE (Series Premiere)

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Movies

July 1 – NIRVANNA THE BAND THE SHOW THE MOVIE *Canadian Title*

July 3 – NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM: BATTLE OF THE SMITHSONIAN

July 3 – NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM: SECRET OF THE TOMB

July 3 – PLEASE DON'T DESTROY: THE TREASURE OF FOGGY MOUNTAIN

July 3 – IT LIVES INSIDE

July 3 – TRANSFORMERS ONE

July 3 – WHERE SOULS GO

July 3 – OCEAN'S TWELVE

July 3 – OCEAN'S THIRTEEN

July 8 – THE BIG BLUE

July 9 – THE EVIL DEAD

July 10 – THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY

July 10 – THE HOBBIT: THE BATTLE OF THE FIVE ARMIES

July 10 – THE HOBBIT: THE DESOLATION OF SMAUG

July 10 – A PRIVATE LIFE

July 10 – SWEETNESS *Canadian Title*

July 10 – LOVE LETTERS

July 10 – INFINITE

July 12 – STITCH HEAD

July 17 – MIDSOMMAR

July 17 – THE STRANGERS: CHAPTER 3

July 17 – MOB COPS

July 17 – THE RUNNING MAN

July 17 – NOUVELLE VAGUE

July 17 – THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SEARCH FOR SQUAREPANTS

July 17 – INTERSTELLAR

July 24 – SPRINGSTEEN: DELIVER ME FROM NOWHERE

July 24 – KILLER WHALE

July 24 – GENIE

July 24 – DEAR SANTA

July 24 – CHARLIE THE WONDERDOG *Canadian Title*

July 24 – RACHEL GETTING MARRIED

July 31 – GLADIATOR II

July 31 – HOLY DAYS *Canadian Title*

July 31 – POLITE SOCIETY

July 31 – STRAYS (2023)

July 31 – MONTREAL, MY BEAUTIFUL *Canadian Title*

July 31 – THE DREADFUL

July 31 – SNATCH (2000)

 

STARZ

July 2 – FIELD OF DREAMS

July 2 – EDGE OF THE KNIFE *Canadian Title*

July 2 – ANTHROPOCENE: THE HUMAN EPOCH *Canadian Title*

July 3 – NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM: BATTLE OF THE SMITHSONIAN

July 3 – NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM: SECRET OF THE TOMB

July 3 – SNAKES ON A PLANE

July 3 – SNATCH (2000)

July 3 – SMURFS: THE LOST VILLAGE

July 9 – ONE DAY IN THE LIFE OF NOAH PIUGATTUK *Canadian Title*

July 9 – THE OTHER HALF *Canadian Title*

July 16 – WATERMARK *Canadian Title*

July 16 – HOW SHE MOVE *Canadian Title*

July 17 – MIDSOMMAR

July 17 – THE NEW ROMANTIC *Canadian Title*

July 23 – MALIGLUTIT *Canadian Title*

July 23 – TIA AND PIUJUQ *Canadian Title*

July 23 – GIANT LITTLE ONES *Canadian Title*

July 30 – WINDOW HORSES *Canadian Title*

July 31 – DUST BUNNY

 

Additional Highlights

July 1 – ROAD TO AVONLEA, Seasons 1-4

July 2 – I KISSED A GIRL, Season 2, Episode 1-2 (Season Premiere)

July 2 – French Crave Original BELLEFLEUR Season 3 Episode 1-2 (Season Premiere)

July 7 – Crave Original DARK SIDE OF THE RING Season 7, Episode 1-2 (Season Premiere)

July 8 – DRAG RACE FRANCE Season 4, Episode 1 (Season Premiere)

July 9 – CANADA'S DRAG RACE ALL STARS Season 1 Episode 1 (Season Premiere)

July 9 – PROJECT RUNWAY USA Season 22, Episode 1(Season Premiere) *following CTV

July 11 – LOVE ISLAND: AFTERSUN Season 8, Episode 5 (Season Finale)

July 12 – LOVE ISLAND USA Season 8, Episode 30 (Season Finale)

July 17 – RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE ALL STARS Season 11, Episode 12 (Season Finale)

July 20 – BIG WOLF ON CAMPUS, Seasons 1-3

July 22 – ROCKY'S CAT-ASTROPHE (PAW Patrol Special)

July 24 – ICONS UNEARTHED: QUENTIN TARANTINO MOVIES Episode 1 (Premiere)

July 24 – THE CHI, Season 8, Episode 10 (Season Finale)

July 24 – FIND MY COUNTRY HOUSE, Seasons 1-3

July 29– French Crave Original LE VIOLEUR DE TINDER Season 1 (Season Premiere)

July 30 – I KISSED A GIRL, Season 2, Episode 9-10 (Season Finale)

July 30 – French Crave Original BELLEFLEUR Season 3, Episode 9-10 (Season Finale)

July 31 – Starz Original FIGHTLAND Season 1 Episode 1 (Season Premiere)

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 Next Day on Crave

July 1 – UNEXPLORED WATERS Season 1 Episode 8 (Series Premiere) *Canadian Title* *following  USA

July 8 – THE AMAZING RACE CANADA, Season 12 Episode 1 (Series Premiere) *following CTV

July 14 – THE REAL MURDERS OF ATLANTA, Season 4 Episode 1 (Season Premiere) *following Oxygen True Crime

July 16 – CASH CAB Season 10 Episode 25-26 (Season Finale) *following Much

July 19 – FIFA WORLD CUP HIGHLIGHT SHOW *Special*

July 20 – SNAPPED Season 36C Episode 1 (Series Premiere) *following Oxygen True Crime

July 30 – THE ARK, Season 3 Episode 1(Season Premiere) *following CTV Sci-fi

 

July 2026: Crave Streaming Overview

HIGHLIGHTS &nbsp; July 1 – NIRVANNA THE BAND THE SHOW THE MOVIE *Movie Premiere* Making its Canadian streaming debut, NIRVANNA THE BAND THE SHOW THE M...

Canada Soccer’s Men’s National Team made history yet again on Wednesday afternoon, advancing to the Knockout Stage for the first time ever. Canadians continue to enjoy every moment of FIFA WORLD CUP 2026&#x2122;, as Canada’s match vs. Switzerland attracted an average audience of 4.1 million viewers on TSN, RDS, CTV, Noovo, and Crave, according to preliminary data from Numeris, an increase of +147% compared to Canada’s third match at the 2022 tournament. 

Overall, 10.1 million unique Canadian viewers tuned in for some part of the match, an increase of +98% compared to Canada's third match in 2022. The match saw audiences peak with 6 million viewers at 4:55 p.m. ET as Canada looked for the equalizer late in the game. Additionally, streaming audiences saw a substantial increase, more than tripling that of Canada’s third match in 2022. 

The Canada-Switzerland match now ranks as the third-most-watched FIFA WORLD CUP&#x2122; Group Stage match on record.  

 

Audience figures continue to soar for Bell Media’s exclusive live coverage of the biggest FIFA WORLD CUP&#x2122; in history, and audience highlights from June 11-24 include: 

 	Overall, 24.9 million unique viewers have tuned in to watch FIFA WORLD CUP 2026&#x2122; coverage so far on TSN, RDS, CTV, Noovo, and Crave (61% of Canada’s population)
 	Canadians have consumed 165.9 million hours of FIFA WORLD CUP 2026&#x2122; content, nearly doubling the total of the 2022 Group Stage
 	Momentum around non-Canada matches continues to increase, attracting an average audience of 1 million viewers, an increase of +65% compared to the 2022 Group Stage
 	More than 10 million impressions for FIFA WORLD CUP 2026&#x2122; content on June 24-25 across TSN social media accounts and the TSN YouTube channel 

 

TSN and RDS are the exclusive home of FIFA WORLD CUP 2026&#x2122; all the way to the Final on Sunday, July 19, with select matches also available on CTV, Noovo, and streaming on Crave. The Canadian Men’s National Team next faces South Africa in the Round of 32 on Sunday, June 28 at Los Angeles Stadium, airing across TSN, RDS, CTV, Noovo, and Crave, with pre-match coverage beginning at 12 noon ET.  

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Source: Numeris, Preliminary Data, Total Canada, P2+, TSN, CTV Com, CTV2 Total, Noovo Total, RDS, RDS2, audiences inclusive of PPM encored digital live streams. Consumption and Reach includes all FIFA WORLD CUP 2026&#x2122;content, 6/11/26 to 6/24/26 vs. 11/20/22 to 12/02/22 | Live Streaming Audience Claims based on internal viewership data 

Canada vs. Switzerland Match Reaches 10.1 Million Viewers, as Canada Advances to Knockout Stage at FIFA WORLD CUP 2026&#x2122;

Canada Soccer’s Men’s National Team made history yet again on Wednesday afternoon, advancing to the Knockout Stage for the first time ever. Canadians...

SASKATOON, SK (June 25, 2026) – Today, the Canadian Country Music Association® (CCMA®) is thrilled to announce an all-Canadian first wave of performers for the 2026 CCMA Awards, taking place at Sasktel Centre in Saskatoon, SK on September 19. Celebrating artists from coast to coast to coast, the 2026 CCMA Awards will also shine the spotlight on the long-standing contributions our host province Saskatchewan has made to the genre.

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With each artist bringing their own unique brand of country to the national stage, country music’s biggest night in Canada will feature triple platinum-certified, 19x CCMA Award Winner Dean Brody, 6x CCMA Award winners including 3x consecutive Group or Duo of the Year wins James Barker Band, double-platinum, 10x CCMA Award winning duo The Reklaws, 3x CCMA Award Winner including the 2025 CCMA Award for Album of the Year Owen Riegling, and homegrown Saskatchewan stars including Weyburn’s double-platinum, CCMA Award winner Tenille Arts, Shaunavon’s chart-topping, platinum-certified group Hunter Brothers, Hudson Bay’s award-winning rising star Kalsey Kulyk, and Rocanville’s platinum-selling JUNO and multi-CCMA Award winner Jess Moskaluke. Available exclusively on CTV and streaming on Crave through the live CTV channel, the 2026 CCMA Awards bring the artistry, identity, and creative spirit of Canadian country music to a national stage for one unforgettable night.

 

"Unveiling the first wave of performers for the CCMA Awards is always a special moment, offering an exciting glimpse into what promises to be an incredibly memorable night for country music in Canada," says Amy Jeninga, President, CCMA. "This remarkable group of artists each bring something different to the stage, and we're thrilled that fans across the country get to experience this extraordinary, one-night-only evening live from Sasktel Centre."

 

"Saskatoon sits in the heart of Treaty 6 Territory, and we are proud to welcome country music fans from coast, to coast, to coast, to our shared home this September,” shares Tribal Chief Mark Arcand, Saskatoon Tribal Council. “Hosting Canadian Country Music Week is an opportunity to celebrate our community, our culture, and the spirit of partnership that defines this city. On behalf of the Saskatoon Tribal Council, I invite everyone to experience the warmth and hospitality of our people and to be part of a celebration that brings us all together."

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Adds Mayor Cynthia Block, “This is just the beginning. As more performers are announced and the countdown continues, the excitement here in Saskatoon keeps growing. We can’t wait to welcome artists, industry leaders and fans from across the country for what promises to be an incredible celebration of Canadian country music, and an unforgettable week for our city.”

"Today's announcement turns anticipation into action. With talent like this taking the stage at SaskTel Centre, the 2026 Canadian Country Music Week and Awards will put Saskatoon in front of the entire country and we're ready to show off everything this city does best. Grab your tickets, book your room at one of Saskatoon’s Best Hotels, and be part of a week Saskatoon will be talking about for years," says Stephanie Pocha, CEO, Discover Saskatoon

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“The 2026 Canadian Country Music Week and Canadian Country Music Awards will reinforce Saskatchewan’s reputation as an outstanding host of major events that bring people, industries, and communities together,” adds Minister Responsible for Tourism Saskatchewan Alana Ross. “As talent announcements begin, the Government of Saskatchewan is pleased to support this exciting event that will gather country music fans from all over Canada to experience our province’s world-class hospitality.”

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Returning to Saskatoon for the first time in nine years; the third time the City of Bridges has hosted and welcomed the CCMA; the 2026 CCMA Awards will deliver a spectacular evening of live performances and country music’s biggest moments, marking a highlight of Country Music Week 2026. From September 16-19, artists, industry, and fans from across Canada will come together to celebrate the best in Canadian country, with this year’s event made possible through the support of the City of Saskatoon, Discover Saskatoon and Saskatoon Destination Marketing Hotels (SDMH), the Government of Saskatchewan, and the 2026 Host Committee.

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Bell Media will deliver extensive multi-platform 2026 CCMA Awards coverage and content across broadcast, radio, digital, and social media properties, including iHeartRadio Canada’s PURE COUNTRY.

 

For the latest CCMA news, follow along on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube or visit www.ccma.org.

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Digital Toolkit And Photo Assets Available HERE

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Media Contacts:

For Discover Saskatoon &amp; SDMH

Leanne Schinkel | lschinkel@discoversaskatoon.com

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For CCMA Awards + Country Music Week Sponsorship Inquiries

Sponsorship@ccma.org

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For Tenille Arts

Craig Campbell | craig@campbellentgrp.com

 

For Dean Brody + The Reklaws

Richelle Umali | richelle@ohthats.fun

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For Hunter Brothers

Emily Hay | emily@rekentertainment.com

 

For James Barker Band

Kieran Sells | kieran.sells@umusic.com

 

For Kalsey Kulyk

Lauren O’Brien | lauren.obrien@umusic.com

 

For Jess Moskaluke

Shelby Burnell | shelby@redumbrellapr.com

 

For Owen Riegling

Stephanie Mudgett | stephanie.mudgett@umusic.com

First Wave of Performers Announced for the 2026 CCMA Awards

SASKATOON, SK (June 25, 2026) – Today, the Canadian Country Music Association® (CCMA®) is thrilled to announce an all-Canadian first wave of performer...

JUNE 26 – HBO Original LIFE, LARRY, AND THE PURSUIT OF UNHAPPINESS *Series Premiere* 

 	From executive producers Larry David, Jeff Schaffer, and The Obamas’ Higher Ground, the seven-episode HBO Original limited series LIFE, LARRY, AND THE PURSUIT OF UNHAPPINESS premieres Friday, June 26 at 9 p.m. ET, with subsequent episodes streaming Fridays at 9 p.m. ET. Those who don’t know history…are doomed to watch Larry David repeat it. In addition to David, the series features select CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM actors and noteworthy guest stars.  

JUNE 27 – Seasons 1-9 of BIG BROTHER CANADA *Crave Premiere* 

 	The first nine seasons of BIG BROTHER CANADA will land on Crave on Saturday, June 27, ahead of future seasons ordered for CTV and Crave as part of Bell Media's previously announced partnership with Banijay Rights. An all-new season of BIG BROTHER CANADA is set to begin production in Montréal in Spring 2027 with Canadian TV personality Andrea Bain, co-host of CTV’s THE SOCIAL, confirmed as host. 

***Media Note: Assets for Crave programming are available at the Bell Media press site, The Lede, here   

   

Programming Premieres and Key Finales for the week of June 25 – July 1. 

*All Programming Subject to Change*    

 

HBO and HBO Max

June 26 – HBO’s LIFE, LARRY AND THE PURSUIT OF UNHAPPINESS S1 E1 (Series Premiere) 

June 30 – HBO Original BANG MY BOX: THE ROBIN BYRD STORY (Documentary Premiere)  

 

Movies 

June 26 – PEPPERMINT 

June 26 – GHOST RIDER 

June 26 – WRONG HUSBAND *Canadian Title* 

June 26 – SALTBURN 

June 26 – SMILE 2 

June 26 – PILLION 

June 26 – BLADE 

June 26 – BLADE II  

June 26 – BLADE: TRINITY 

June 26 – POKEMON DETECTIVE PIKACHU 

 

STARZ

June 26 – PEPPERMINT 

June 26 – GHOST RIDER 

June 26 – THE EQUALIZER 2 

June 26 – GHOST RIDER: SPIRIT OF VENGEANCE 

 

Additional Highlights

June 25 – CANADA'S TEAM: IN FOCUS E14 (Finale) *Canadian Title* 

June 26 – THE KILLING OF CLAIRE LEVEQUE E1-2 (Docuseries Premiere) 

June 26 – THE TOM GREEN FARM S1 E9-10 (Season Finale) *Canadian Title* 

June 26 – BIG BROTHER CANADA S1-9 *Canadian Title* 

July 1 – ROAD TO AVONLEA S1-4  

July 1 – SUPA STRIKAS S2 

July 1 – RISE OF THE TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES S1  

 

Next Day on Crave

June 26 – 2026 CMA FEST PRESENTED BY SOFI *following CTV 

June 25 – July 1: Crave Weekly Streaming Overview  

JUNE 26 – HBO Original LIFE, LARRY, AND THE PURSUIT OF UNHAPPINESS *Series Premiere*  From executive producers Larry David, Jeff Schaffer, and The Oba...

TORONTO (June 23, 2026) – Celebrating the thrill of adventure and heart-pounding competition, the country’s most-watched summer series THE AMAZING RACE CANADA is back for Season 12 – delivering its most unpredictable race yet, packed with unexpected twists and high-stakes surprises. Hosted by Olympic Gold Medallist Jon Montgomery, 10 new dynamic and determined teams from all parts of Canada take their mark for one epic adventure beginning Tuesday, July 7 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on CTV and streaming next day on Crave.

Season 12 begins in spectacular fashion atop Whistler Mountain in British Columbia as the world-renowned destination celebrates its 60th anniversary. From the very first episode, racers are faced with one of the biggest twists in THE AMAZING RACE CANADA history when host Jon Montgomery surprises every team with an Express Pass – a game-changing advantage that dramatically shifts the strategy of the Race.

The winning team of THE AMAZING RACE CANADA Season 12 receives OneKeyCash&#x2122; from Expedia to plan a trip around the world, a quarter of a million dollars, and the coveted title of THE AMAZING RACE CANADA champions.

The 10 teams competing on Season 12 of THE AMAZING RACE CANADA are:


Keshia &amp; Nova
Keshia and Nova (Miss Universe Canada 2020) are bold and fiercely loyal best friends who connected instantly when they met in 2010 at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology on basketball scholarships. Natural athletes, they thrive on pushing their limits and motivating each other to be better.

Keshia Gordon (she/her)
Age: 35
Hometown: Edmonton | Current: Vancouver
Occupation: DJ &amp; Events
Instagram: @KGfresh_| TikTok: @KGfresh_

Nova Stevens (she/her)
Age: 33
Hometown: Vancouver | Current: Vancouver
Occupation: Model | Pageant and Mindset Coach
Instagram: @TheNovaStevens | TikTok: @TheNovaStevens


Filipe &amp; Clara
While crossing the Americas on horseback in 2017, Filipe met Clara in Patagonia, and it was love at first sight. Clara eventually joined him on a month-long ride through Southern Argentina, deepening their bond. Their relationship thrives on teamwork, common goals, and their shared culture. Both have overcome major personal hurdles to be where they are today, and they plan on celebrating that on THE AMAZING RACE CANADA.

Filipe Masetti (he/him)
Age: 39
Hometown: Pinhal, Brazil | Current: Calgary
Occupation: Horseback Guide | Public Speaker
Instagram: @filipemasetti | TikTok: @filipemasetti

Clara Davel (she/her)
Age: 32
Hometown: Lago Puelo, Argentina | Current: Calgary
Occupation: Student
Instagram: @Clara Davel | TikTok: @ClaraDavel


Chayla &amp; Chyana
Chyana and Chayla are Cree and Métis sisters and granddaughters of Thelma Chalifoux, the first Métis woman appointed to the Canadian Senate. Raised on Treaty Six territory, they developed resilience, sharp instincts, and the ability to read people and situations quickly. Chyana is a bestselling author of Soft as Bones and works for Indspire, one of Canada's largest charities. Chayla became a mother at age 17 and is fiercely protective, direct, and unafraid of confrontation. Together, they balance strength and strategy, always grounded and ready to take on any challenge.

Chayla Rain (she/her)
Age: 29
Hometown: Edmonton | Current: Edmonton
Occupation: Executive Assistant
Instagram: @chaylarain | TikTok: @chaylarain

Chyana Marie Sage (she/her)
Age: 32
Hometown: Edmonton | Current: Hamilton, Ont.
Occupation: Author | Digital Content Lead at Indspire
Instagram: @softasbones | TikTok: @softasbones


Sacha &amp; Sebastien
Sacha and Sebastian are brothers and adrenaline junkies who spend all their free time together. Proudly representing their Red River Métis roots and the French Manitoba community, these two are planning for a competitive, high-risk adventure on THE AMAZING RACE CANADA.

Sacha Régnier (he/him)
Age: 25
Hometown: Winnipeg | Current: Winnipeg
Occupation: Custom Upholster/Musician
Instagram: @regnier.sacha | TikTok: N/A

Sébastien Régnier (he/him)
Age: 27
Hometown: Winnipeg | Current: Winnipeg
Occupation: Skeleton Athlete | Realtor
Instagram: @sebregnier | TikTok: N/A


Tina &amp; Liz
Tina and Liz are twin sisters who have an extremely strong connection. They spent the first 17 years of their lives together, sharing a bedroom and often being treated as one unit, before attending separate universities to grow individually. Now, these siblings are ready to test their ultra-competitive nature and treat THE AMAZING RACE CANADA as their biggest challenge yet.

Christina “Tina” Liao
Age: 32
Hometown: Hamilton, Ont. | Current: Oakville, Ont.
Occupation: Corporate Lawyer
Instagram: @tinaandliz | TikTok: N/A

Elizabeth “Liz” Liao
Age: 32
Hometown: Hamilton, Ont. | Current: Waterdown, Ont.
Occupation: Family Doctor &amp; Obstetrician
Instagram:  @tinaandliz | TikTok: N/A


Michele &amp; Matteo
Brothers Michele and Matteo grew up in the small town of Siderno in southern Italy, before moving to Canada 14 years ago. Determined to succeed in a new country, they balanced jobs ranging from construction to lifeguarding while learning English and excelling academically, ultimately graduating with honours in Marketing and Engineering, respectively. Now full-time content creators as The Bello Bros, the brothers share an unbreakable bond.

Michele Bruzzese (he/him)
Age: 28
Hometown: Siderno, Italy | Current: Toronto
Occupation: Content Creator
Instagram: @micbruzzese | TikTok: @TheBelloBros

Matteo Bruzzese (he/him)
Age: 26
Hometown: Siderno, Italy | Current: Toronto
Occupation: Content Creator
Instagram: @matteobruzzese_| TikTok: @TheBelloBros


Eamon &amp; Bec
Married couple Eamon and Bec have spent more than a decade building a life together, growing from co-workers to best friends, life partners, and business owners. They are the creators of Eamon &amp; Bec, a YouTube&#x2122; channel where they have shared their adventures and life's biggest milestones. In 2021, Bec was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 31 and has since used her platform to inspire others through honesty, resilience, and optimism. Now living with Stage 4 cancer, she is determined to make the most of every opportunity – including fulfilling her longtime dream of competing on THE AMAZING RACE CANADA.

Eamon Fitzgerald (he/him)
Age: 34
Hometown: Toronto | Current: Toronto
Occupation: YouTuber | Entrepreneur
Instagram: @eamonandbec | TikTok: @eamonandbec

Rebecca “Bec” Moroney (she/her)
Age: 36
Hometown: Toronto | Current: Toronto
Occupation: YouTuber | Entrepreneur
Instagram: @eamonandbec | TikTok: @eamonandbec


Ameen &amp; Surria
Ameen and Surria are a powerhouse mother-son duo and co-founders of the nationally recognized brand Cedar Valley. Together, they built Cedar Valley from a high school project and a $3,000 grant into a brand that is now carried in more than 5,000 stores across Canada and the U.S. They consider themselves the perfect balance: Ameen brings structure and strategy, while Surria brings humour, confidence, and momentum to the team.

Ameen Fadel (he/him)
Age: 26
Hometown: Windsor, Ont. | Current Town: Windsor, Ont.
Occupation: Business Owner
Instagram: @ameenfadel_| TikTok: N/A 

Surria Fadel (she/her)
Age: 62
Hometown: Windsor, Ont. | Current: Windsor, Ont.
Occupation: Business Owner
Instagram: @surriafadel | TikTok: N/A


Maestro &amp; Duane
Long-time friends, Canadian Music Hall of Fame recipient Maestro Fresh Wes and two-time Guinness World Record holder Duane “D.O.” Gibson are united by a passion for inspiring others. Maestro made history as the first Canadian hip-hop artist to receive platinum status in Canada. He has won three JUNO Awards, received the 2024 Governor General Lifetime Achievement Award for Performing Arts, and is considered to be the Godfather of Canadian Hip Hop. Duane is a hip-hop artist, motivational speaker, author, and record-breaking freestyle rapper whose work has reached students across Canada through more than 4,000 school performances, assemblies, youth conferences, and educational programs. Together, the pair bring a unique blend of talent, determination, and inspiration to every challenge they take on.

Maestro Fresh Wes (he/him)
Age: 58
Hometown: Toronto | Current: Saint John, N.B.
Occupation: Musician | Actor | Motivational Speaker | Author
Instagram: @maestrofreshwes | TikTok: @maestrofreshwes

Duane “D.O.” Gibson (he/him)
Age: 47
Hometown: Sarnia, Ont. | Current: Woodbridge, Ont.
Occupation: Hip-Hop Artist | Motivational Speaker | Author
Instagram: @iamdogibson | TikTok: @iamdogibson


Dana &amp; Cordelia
Dana and Cordelia are a mother-daughter duo who are also best friends. As the first team from Wabush – representing Labrador, they want to bring their East Coast charm to THE AMAZING RACE CANADA, and show they are the provinces’ biggest fans. They want to showcase their provincial pride and kindness along this adventure, but in the end, they’ll do whatever it takes to win.

Dana Martin-Kelly
Age: 56
Hometown: Wabush, NL | Current: Wabush, NL
Occupation: Registered Massage Therapist | Fitness Instructor
Instagram: @dana.martin_kelly | TikTok: @lord.cords_mudder

Cordelia Richards
Age: 31
Hometown: Wabush, NL | Current: St. John’s, NL
Occupation: Esthetician
Instagram: @lordy.cordy | TikTok: @lord.cord

In the Season 12 premiere of THE AMAZING RACE CANADA (Tuesday, July 7 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on CTV and streaming next day on Crave), titled “Express Pass Let’s Go”, 10 teams begin the adventure of a lifetime as the Race kicks off atop Whistler Mountain in British Columbia. Racers are faced with one of the biggest twists in THE AMAZING RACE CANADA history when host Jon Montgomery surprises every team with an Express Pass – a game-changing advantage that dramatically shifts the strategy of the Race right from the beginning.

Along the way, communities across Canada once again welcome the Race, offering viewers a unique glimpse into the people, traditions, and industries that help make each region distinct. Racers meet community leaders, local business owners, Indigenous Elders, park rangers, devoted fans of the series, and Canadian sports icons, including two-time Olympic gold medallist, philanthropist, author, and Order of Canada recipient Andre De Grasse, who welcomes teams to his hometown of Scarborough, Ont.

For more information on the teams competing on THE AMAZING RACE CANADA this season, including team videos and exclusive content, visit the show’s homepage on Crave.ca and official social media channels (@AmazingRaceCDA).

As previously announced, sponsors Expedia®, Desjardins Group, and BOOST return to THE AMAZING RACE CANADA for Season 12 and are joined by new partners Café William, Molson Canadian, Bell, and Pür &amp; Simple.

Season 11 of THE AMAZING RACE CANADA was Canada’s #1 summer program, with a season average of 1.3 million viewers. It also closed out its 11th consecutive year as Canada’s most-watched summer series among the key A25-54 demo. The series has amassed a total of 55 Canadian Screen Award nominations and 30 wins during the past 11 seasons.

THE AMAZING RACE CANADA is produced by Insight Productions Ltd. (a Blue Ant Studios Company) in association with CTV. For Insight, John Brunton is Executive Producer and Mark Lysakowski is Executive Producer and Showrunner. For Bell Media, Rachel Goldstein-Couto is Head of Development, Original Programming; Danielle Pearson is Executive Producer and Senior Production Executive, Original Programming; Sarah Fowlie is Head of Production, Original Programming; Carlyn Klebuc is General Manager, Original Programming; Justin Stockman is Vice-President, Content Development &amp; Programming, Bell Media.

The Cross-Country Adventure of a Lifetime Continues as 10 Teams Revealed for Season 12 of THE AMAZING RACE CANADA

TORONTO (June 23, 2026) – Celebrating the thrill of adventure and heart-pounding competition, the country’s most-watched summer series THE AMAZING RAC...

TORONTO (June 23, 2026) – Crave announced today casting for its latest project with Jared Keeso, CATS IN THE PLATEAU, a dark comedy about two Montréal garbage men who start a gang. The series was recently announced as part of Bell Media’s upcoming original content slate for 2026-2027.

Created, written, starring, and for the first time directed by Jared Keeso (LETTERKENNY, SHORESY), production on the six-episode, half-hour, series is underway in Montréal, QC and it’s set to premiere on Crave in 2027.

Keeso is joined onscreen by an ensemble cast including Alexander Calvert  (SUPERNATURAL), Robert Bazzocchi (RIPPLE), Sarah-Jeanne Labrosse (Crave Original BON COP, BAD COP), Brian Gazemar (MEA CULPA), and social media star Lysandre Nadeau (Crave Original LYSANDRE + CLAUDE; BIG BROTHER CÉLÉBRITÉS 1 )

CATS IN THE PLATEAU is about two Montréal garbage men (Calvert and Bazzocchi), tired of living at the bottom of the social and financial food chain, as they attempt to catapult themselves to the top by starting a gang.

The series is distributed internationally by New Metric Media.

The new series from Jared Keeso is produced by New Metric Media, in association with Play Fun Games. Jared Keeso is Executive Producer, director, writer, star, and creator, with story by Keeso and Producer Jason Kitts. Jonathan “JoDolo” Diaby and Aurèle Gaudet serve as Producers. Montreal’s most famous garbage man and author of the spirited memoir “Trash: A Garbageman’s Story”, Simon Paré-Poupart, serves as Creative Consultant. Mark Montefiore and Kara Haflidson are Executive Producers with Max Wolfond serving as Supervising Producer for New Metric Media. For Bell Media, Melissa Williamson is Senior Production Executive; Sarah Fowlie is Head of Production, Original Programming; Rachel Goldstein-Couto is Head of Development, Original Programming; Carlyn Klebuc is General Manager, Original Programming; and Justin Stockman is Vice President, Global Content.

Crave Announces Casting for Jared Keeso Upcoming Comedy Series, CATS IN THE PLATEAU

TORONTO (June 23, 2026) – Crave announced today casting for its latest project with Jared Keeso, CATS IN THE PLATEAU, a dark comedy about two Montréal...

TORONTO (June 22, 2026) – As excitement builds for CANADA’S DRAG RACE: ALL STARS, Crave announced today the lineup of special guests joining Brooke Lynn Hytes, Priyanka, and Jimbo as judge and jury on the show’s inaugural season. The Crave Original series premieres on Thursday, July 9 at 9 p.m. ET, with new episodes streaming Thursdays at 9 p.m. ET on Crave. It also launches simultaneously on World of Wonder’s SVOD platform WOW Presents Plus, in the U.S. and in 190 territories worldwide.

Offering a sneak peek of what CANADA’S DRAG RACE: ALL STARS has in store for fans, a trailer was also released today:  

As previously announced, the six-episode, one-hour spin-off of Crave’s Canadian Screen Award-winning hit CANADA’S DRAG RACE brings together nine fan-favourite queens for a second shot at the crown. Aurora Matrix, Jackie Cox, Jada Shada Hudson, Juice Boxx, Makayla Couture, Nearah Nuff, Pythia, Sami Landri, and Tiffany Ann Co. return with unfinished business, battling for the inaugural title of “Canada’s Ultimate All-Star” and a grand prize of $100,000.

Joining the panel throughout the season is an exciting lineup of special guest judges, including: acclaimed fashion writer and editor Christian Allaire; pop-disrupting Mexican-American singer, songwriter, DJ, and cult-followed queer icon Rebecca Black; Emmy® Award-winning comedian Kathy Griffin; celebrated comedian and writer Robby Hoffman; and CANADA’S DRAG RACE: CANADA VS THE WORLD Season 2 winner, Lemon. Adding even more star power to the competition, beloved CANADA’S DRAG RACE alumni Melinda Verga and Suki Doll return for special appearances, bringing their signature charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent back to the runway.

In association with Crave, CANADA’S DRAG RACE: ALL STARS is produced by Blue Ant Studios with World of Wonder. Executive Producers for Blue Ant Studios are Matthew Hornburg, Mark Bishop, Donna Luke, and Laura Michalchyshyn. Trevor Boris is Executive Producer/Showrunner; Shivani Srivastava is Supervising Producer. Executive Producers for World of Wonder are Fenton Bailey, Randy Barbato, Tom Campbell, and RuPaul Charles. For Bell Media, Senior Production Executive is Danielle Pearson; Sarah Fowlie is Head of Production, Original Programming; Carlyn Klebuc is General Manager, Original Programming; and Justin Stockman is Executive Producer and Vice President, Global Content.

Guest Judges and Trailer Revealed for New Crave Original Series, CANADA’S DRAG RACE: ALL STARS

TORONTO (June 22, 2026) – As excitement builds for CANADA’S DRAG RACE: ALL STARS, Crave announced today the lineup of special guests joining Brooke Ly...

TORONTO (June 19, 2026) – Canada Soccer’s Men’s National Team made history on Thursday evening, securing their first-ever FIFA WORLD CUP&#x2122; victory, and the win electrified Canadian fans. Attracting a record average audience of 5.3 million viewers on TSN, RDS, CTV, Noovo, and Crave, it becomes the most-watched FIFA WORLD CUP&#x2122; Group Stage match on record, according to preliminary data from Numeris. 

Overall, 11.7 million unique Canadian viewers tuned in for some part of the FIFA WORLD CUP 2026&#x2122; match, an increase of +34% compared to Canada's second match at the 2022 tournament. The record-breaking match saw audiences peak with 7.3 million viewers at 8:01 p.m. ET as Canada secured the victory. Additionally, streaming audiences more than doubled compared to Canada’s second match in 2022. 

Canada’s 6-0 victory over Qatar now ranks as the country’s most-watched FIFA WORLD CUP&#x2122; match since the 2014 Final.  

“The record audiences and unprecedented engagement throughout FIFA WORLD CUP 2026&#x2122; demonstrate the powerful connection Canadians have with both the global game and Canada’s Men’s National Team,” said Shawn Redmond, Vice President, Bell Media Sports. “Across broadcast, streaming, digital, and social platforms, fans have come together in extraordinary numbers to follow this historic tournament and support this team on the world stage. These results reflect a landmark moment for soccer in Canada and the passion fans have shown every step of the way.” 

 

Additional FIFA WORLD CUP 2026&#x2122; audience highlights from June 11-18 include: 

 	A total of 21 million unique Canadian viewers have tuned in to watch FIFA WORLD CUP 2026&#x2122; coverage so far on TSN, RDS, CTV, Noovo, and Crave 
 	Canadians have consumed more than 92 million hours of FIFA WORLD CUP 2026&#x2122; live matches, up more than +54% compared to this point in the 2022 tournament
 	Non-Canada matches have attracted an average audience of 1.2 million viewers, an increase of +54% compared to this point in the 2022 tournament
 	Major increases for FIFA WORLD CUP 2026&#x2122; content on TSN social media accounts on June 18, including 17 million video views and 32 million impressions
 	More than 1 million views for Canada-Qatar content FIFA WORLD CUP 2026&#x2122; content on YouTube  

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TSN and RDS are the exclusive home of FIFA WORLD CUP 2026&#x2122; all the way to the Final on Sunday, July 19, with select matches also available on CTV, Noovo, and streaming on Crave. The Canadian Men’s National Team next faces Switzerland on Wednesday, June 24 at BC Place Vancouver at 3 p.m. ET across TSN, RDS, CTV, Noovo, and Crave. 

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Source: Numeris, Preliminary Data, Total Canada, P2+, TSN, CTV Com, CTV2 Total, Noovo Total, RDS, RDS2, audiences inclusive of PPM encored digital live streams. Consumption and Reach includes all FIFA WORLD CUP 2026&#x2122;content, 6/11/26 to 6/18/26 vs. 11/20/22 to 11/27/22 | Live Streaming Audience Claims based on internal viewership data 

Canada’s History-Making FIFA WORLD CUP 2026&#x2122; Victory Becomes the Most-Watched Group Stage Match Ever, Reaching 11.7 Million Viewers

TORONTO (June 19, 2026) – Canada Soccer’s Men’s National Team made history on Thursday evening, securing their first-ever FIFA WORLD CUP&#x2122; victo...